Silicon Valley Embraces Military and Surveillance Contracts

During President Donald Trump's second term, major Silicon Valley firms have shifted from resisting military work to actively cooperating with the U.S. federal government, KQED reported Sept. 3, 2025. Google, Meta and OpenAI — which previously enforced bans on using AI in weapons — are pursuing lucrative military and surveillance contracts. The shift marks a notable industry realignment toward defense and intelligence procurement.
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